Fixed Plant Operator Trainee - Upgrading

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy. When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work. Do you have an interest in plant operations and eager to work in an ever-changing process operator role here in Fort McMurray? In this role you’ll work side-by-side with some of the most talented operators in the energy industry to perform work that supports smooth and efficient operations of our Base Plant Upgrading assets. You will play a key part in Suncor’s Conduct of Safe Operations (CoSO) process, maintaining consistent standards for safety and reliability 24/7. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED! What we offer: We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work. Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development Relocation assistance: We provide support with lease cancellation or home sale, temporary accommodations, rental home search, moving and storage costs, spousal assistance and more Minimum Requirements: Experience in plant operations such as heavy oil processing, sour gas processing, water treatment/power plants or refinery operations Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to make timely decisions under pressure 3rd Class Power Engineering certification (or higher) High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) A valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record Responsibilities: Follow all operating processes and procedures during operations to ensure the safety of our people, equipment, and the environment Prepare and complete daily area logs and communicate significant changes and findings Provide direction and supervision to the maintenance and contract personnel Ensure timely action and process adjustments during plant upsets that are consistent with operational objectives and target outputs Prepare equipment and systems for maintenance and commissioning Location and other Key Details: You will work out of our Base Plant site in Fort McMurray, Alberta The shift schedule is a 6 days on / 6 days off rotation (3 days on, 3 nights on, 6 days off; 12-hour shifts) This position is safety sensitive You will be required to perform some heavy lifting, use of ladders and working on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to perform in a variety of different environments both indoor and outdoor as well as within confined spaces If you reside outside of Fort McMurray, relocation of your primary residence to within 60 km of Fort McMurray is mandatory; relocation support will be provided To learn more about living and working in Fort McMurray, click here Think we are a fit? Apply now! Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.

The operator will perform work to support the efficient and safe operation of Base Plant Upgrading assets while adhering to safety standards. Responsibilities include monitoring plant processes, performing maintenance preparations, and providing direction to contract personnel.

Candidates must hold a 3rd Class Power Engineering certification or higher and possess a High School Diploma or GED. Experience in plant operations and a valid driver's license are required.

• Competitive compensation • Regional-based uplifts • Annual bonuses • Long-term financial rewards • Pension programs • Savings plans with company matching • Employee assistance program • Health benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Paid vacation • Personal time-off • Relocation assistance

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• Plant operations
• Heavy oil processing
• Sour gas processing
• Water treatment
• Power plants
• Refinery operations
• Troubleshooting
• Decision making
• Safety compliance
• Equipment maintenance
• Process adjustments
• Operational reporting
• Supervision
• Commissioning
• 3rd Class Power Engineer Certificate
• Good Driving Record
• Lifting Ability
• Time Off Management
• Talent Development
• Training And Development
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Sales
• Oil and Gas
• Refinery Experience
• Operations
• Sour Gas
• Succession Planning
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Water Treatment

• Energy
• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Fixed Operations Manager
• Power Distributor / Plant Operator
• Power Production Plant Operators
• Plant and System Operators, All Other

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Oct 31, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week